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Tempted has produced one of the most famous upsets in racing history at Randwick in The Everest.  Recorded trackside straight after the race, Idol Horse editor Michael Cox and Australian correspondent Adam Pengilly break down how Godolphin's mare ended the Hong Kong champion's 21-race winning streak: why Ka Ying Rising couldn't find his usual early speed from barrier 11, and how three rank outsiders – Savvy Hallie, Blue Door and Spicy Martini – left him five wide before finishing in the last three. Plus what's next for Tempted, from Sha Tin and Royal Ascot to a third Everest meeting through the Hong Kong Jockey Club's slot, which Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges and Zac Purton are both open to. They also cover how Randwick drained 99mm of rain into a fair track, and Autumn Glow's King Charles III Stakes. Read the full story: https://idolhorse.com/horse-racing-news/g1-race-reviews/when-the-unexpected-happens-tempted-beats-ka-ying-rising-to-end-1000-day-reign/ (00:00) - Where does this rank among Randwick's great upsets? (00:54) - Barrier 11 and why Ka Ying Rising got beaten (01:28) - Does he bring his best away from Hong Kong? (02:46) - The three outsiders who pushed him wide (03:05) - Chad Schofield's ride on Tempted (05:30) - How good is Tempted? (06:27) - Round three: back for Everest 2027? (08:01) - How Randwick handled 99mm of rain (09:55) - Autumn Glow dominant again (10:46) - Wrap

Ka Ying Rising won last year's Everest in a run his own trainer and jockey called his worst of the season. Idol Horse Australian correspondent Adam Pengilly asks whether the Hong Kong champion can bring his A game to Royal Randwick on Saturday, and what happens if he strikes the wettest track of his career. Adam and Michael Cox work through their top five storylines for the race: whether a long odds-on favourite takes the shine off the slot concept, why connections of Satono Glow said no, Joliestar's attempt to peak at Royal Ascot and again in October, first-time blinkers on Giga Kick and Angel Capital and whether Randwick can cope with a crowd of 50,000. Host: Michael Cox, Idol Horse editorGuest: Adam Pengilly, Idol Horse Australian correspondent Read our latest Everest Power Rankings, Shane Dye's Idol Thoughts column and the rest of our Everest coverage at idolhorse.com. Chapters  00:00 Ka Ying Rising's worst run of the season 00:28 Adam Pengilly's top five 01:01 1. Can Ka Ying Rising bring his A game outside Hong Kong? 02:44 The trial and the wettest track of his career 03:36 2. Does a dominant favourite hurt the Everest concept? 05:20 Satono Glow, three-year-old colts and the missing internationals 07:10 3. Joliestar's Royal Ascot gamble 10:09 4. Blinkers first time on Giga Kick and Angel Capital 12:29 5. Can Randwick handle 50,000? 16:01 Wrap (00:00) - Ka Ying Rising's worst run of the season (00:28) - Adam Pengilly's top five (01:01) - 1. Can Ka Ying Rising bring his A game outside Hong Kong? (02:44) - The trial and the wettest track of his career (03:36) - 2. Does a dominant favourite hurt the Everest concept? (05:20) - Satono Glow, three-year-old colts and the missing internationals (07:10) - 3. Joliestar's Royal Ascot gamble (10:09) - 4. Blinkers first time on Giga Kick and Angel Capital (12:29) - 5. Can Randwick handle 50,000? (16:01) - Wrap

Ka Ying Rising was beaten by Everest rival Ninja in his final barrier trial before The Everest, on a Slow 7 track at Randwick. Shane Dye was watching. He explains what the Hong Kong sprinter’s ears told him, why he believes the horse doesn’t bring his best game to Australia, and why the trial result may count for little on race day. Dye also sets out the dilemma facing Chad Schofield on Tempted: sit closer to Ka Ying Rising and blunt her finish, or go back and hope for a bad day from the champion. He explains how a wet track would change those tactics, and why the arrival of Blue Door shouldn’t worry Zac Purton. Host: Michael Cox, Idol Horse editorGuest: Shane Dye Read Shane’s Idol Thoughts column and the rest of our Everest coverage at idolhorse.com. Chapters  00:00 Ka Ying Rising’s Everest trial 00:45 Shane Dye’s instant reaction 01:42 What his ears gave away 02:29 A Slow 7 and long grass 03:19 Tempted and the wet-track question 04:17 Blue Door and the speed in the race 05:45 Recovery and Friday’s gallop 06:32 “He doesn’t bring his best game to Australia” 07:37 The most scrutinised trial – and why the result doesn’t matter 10:25 Chad Schofield’s dilemma on a dry track 12:48 Wet-track tactics and track bias 14:36 Wrap

Ka Ying Rising has landed. The Hong Kong superstar is settled at his Canterbury Park quarantine base, with a Randwick barrier trial on October 6 before he defends his Everest title. The bigger story might be what comes after. Adam Pengilly joins Michael Cox to break down the push for a three-horse showdown next Australian autumn: Ka Ying Rising v Autumn Glow v Sheza Alibi. Sydney wants it at Rosehill on Golden Slipper Day, and Melbourne wants it at Flemington a week later. Then there's the question hanging over all of it: will the Hong Kong Jockey Club sign off? In this episode:  – Ka Ying Rising's first Canterbury hit-out, and what David Hayes learned from last year's preparation  – Sydney v Melbourne: the tug of war to stage the superstar showdown  – Why a three-horse race is a problem for Hong Kong punters and World Pool, and why Peter Moody wants a full field for Sheza Alibi  – Who wins over 1500m at Rosehill, and over 1400m at Flemington?  – The local Everest challengers: Mazu, Joliestar, Ninja, Tempted and Guest House  – Could rain save the locals? Read Adam's stories and the Idol Horse Everest Power Rankings at idolhorse.com. Idol Horse: global racing news in English, Traditional Chinese and Japanese.

Hugh Bowman has a week to choose between major surgery with no timeline attached, and a cortisone injection that is pain relief rather than a fix, and which could have him back riding inside a month and carry him to Hong Kong's December international meeting. Adam Pengilly broke the story on Idol Horse on Tuesday. Michael Cox is joined by chief journalist David Morgan to work through what it means: why the outside view of Hong Kong racing as "two days a week" misreads what the job does to a body, what a riding roster looks like without the man who has finished second to Zac Purton in each of the last two premierships, whether the Jockey Club can realistically recruit its way out of the hole, and the opening it creates for Andrea Atzeni and the riders just below Bowman if he is absence. Plus: Coolmore's three-year-olds keep coming up short and Aidan O'Brien points to a low-grade infection in the yard; Belmont Park reopens Friday with Forever Young in the Jockey Club Gold Cup; and Hong Kong's track speed swings from class records at Sha Tin to times way outside standard at Happy Valley. Brought to you by Keeneland. The September Yearling Sale opens this week – 12 sessions running through Saturday 26 September, with more than 4,600 yearlings catalogued. Frank Chang is on the ground at Keeneland all week for Idol Horse, and we have already picked out ten of the most interesting prospects from a global perspective: the pedigrees that should matter in Hong Kong, Japan and Australia, not just in Kentucky. Read Adam Pengilly's exclusive and everything else at idolhorse.com

Ka Ying Rising ran 1:06.11 at Sha Tin on Sunday and was rated 145 on Monday — the highest mark in Hong Kong history. Shane Dye and David Morgan on what it means for The Everest. On the opening day of the Hong Kong season, Zac Purton finally cut the champion loose — seven and three-quarter lengths, 135lb on his back, and 1.39 seconds faster than Sacred Kingdom ever went at Sha Tin. The Jockey Club responded by rating him 145, the highest mark in the history of Hong Kong racing. Hall of Famer and Idol Horse columnist Shane Dye gives his instant reaction: why the hard first-up run cuts both ways, why he called this horse better than Black Caviar years before anyone agreed, why Australia has finally stopped arguing, and the one thing he needs to see in the Randwick barrier trial before The Everest. Then Idol Horse chief journalist David Morgan joins Michael Cox on the fallout from the weekend: what the world handicappers do on Thursday, Fast Network's throat trouble in the Centaur Stakes, Satono Reve's retirement and where he sits among Japan's great sprinters, and whether we already saw the Arc winner at Longchamp. Read Shane Dye's Idol Thoughts column every week, and David Morgan's coverage of everything in this episode, at idolhorse.com. This episode is brought to you by the Keeneland September Yearling Sale, 14–26 September. Full details at keeneland.com. (00:00) - – What's coming up (00:55) - – Shane Dye on 1:06.11: "How is he going to get beat?" (02:22) - – The hidden risk in a hard first-up run (05:00) - – Better than Black Caviar (06:15) - – The Everest: what Shane needs to see at Canterbury and Randwick 09:17 – Tempted, and why the weight swing matters (09:57) - – Guest House, Zac Lloyd and the Australian threat (11:50) - – Keeneland September Yearling Sale (13:19) - – David Morgan on a Hong Kong record rating of 145 (14:18) - – What the world rankings do on Thursday (16:15) - – Fast Network's Japan trip unravels (17:08) - – Satono Reve retires: where he ranks (18:54) - – Flicker Jab, Japan's next sprinter (20:03) - – Arc trials: did we already see the Arc winner?

Autumn Glow made light work of Sheza Alibi in the Wink Stakes — but will Chris Waller and John Messara risk her  legacy against Ka Ying Rising in The Everest? Adam Pengilly joins Michael Cox fresh from Randwick with the vibe from trackside, the case for and against Autumn Glow taking on the Hong Kong superstar, and why — for the first time since 2017 — the Everest field is empty with less than two months to go. Then, Idol Horse chief journalist David Morgan runs through the top five storylines for the new Hong Kong racing season: Ka Ying Rising's bid to extend his unbeaten streak past 1,000 days, Romantic Warrior's last dance and a possible Saudi Cup redemption run, James Cummings' high-profile first season at the helm, a stacked new crop of Private Purchase imports aimed at the BMW Hong Kong Derby, and the historic first meeting at Conghua Racecourse in mainland China. Plus: Harry Bentley on his comeback from a horror fall. Brought to you by Keeneland September Sale.  (00:00) - – Intro: Autumn Glow, Sheza Alibi and the Everest countdown (00:58) - – Adam Pengilly joins the show (01:01) - – Trackside vibe check: Autumn Glow beats Sheza Alibi in the Wink Stakes (02:17) - – Why the Everest field is empty less than two months from race. (04:04) - – Ka Ying Rising's trial, Zac Purton's verdict, and the road to the Everest (05:28) - – Everest or King Charles Stakes? Reading Chris Waller and John Messara (06:59) - – The case for Autumn Glow taking on the champ (07:47) - – The Royal Ascot long game and how it shapes her spring (08:58) - – Guest House and Michael Kent Jr.'s Everest thinking (10:54) - – Pengilly's pick: who should slot holders chase? (12:15) - – David Morgan joins: Hong Kong season top 5 storylines (12:46) - – Storyline 1: Ka Ying Rising and the streak (17:08) - – Storyline 2: Romantic Warrior's last dance and a Saudi Cup return (20:13) - – James McDonald, the Saudi Cup defeat, and James Cummings' arrival (27:59) - – Storyline 4: A stronger crop of Private Purchase imports (30:28) - – The post–Romantic Warrior void in the 2000m WFA ranks (30:53) - – Storyline 5: Conghua Racecourse and the Greater Bay Area push (40:17) - – Harry Bentley on his comeback from injury (41:20) - – Outro

Idol Horse editor Michael Cox and chief journalist David Morgan break down a stunning FWD Champions Day at Sha Tin. Ka Ying Rising extends his winning streak to 20 with another record time in the Chairman's Sprint Prize — and the Royal Ascot debate gets a reality check. Romantic Warrior makes it four QE2 Cups at age eight, with Danny Shum's training masterclass and Peter Lau's bold ownership decisions in the spotlight. My Wish takes the Champions Mile to give Mark Newnham his first Group 1, beating Cap Ferrat in a turnaround on last year's Derby form. Plus: Jantar Mantar's failure as favourite, Christophe Lemaire's ride on Masquerade Ball, Voyage Bubble's gutsy fifth, and what's ahead with the Tenno Sho Spring, the Guineas at Newmarket and Japan's Group 1 season ramping up.

In a wide-open 2026 BMW Hong Kong Derby, the barrier draw could shape everything. Michael Cox and David Morgan break down the key takeaways from the draw, the likely speed map and which runners were helped or hurt most heading into Sunday’s big race at Sha Tin. They discuss why Invincible Ibis looks a major beneficiary from barrier three, what the wide gates mean for Numbers and Dazzling Fit, and whether Little Paradise can overcome both the draw and his temperament concerns.  They also assess the prospects of Stormy Grove, Patch Of Cosmo, Sagacious Life and Seraph Gabriel in a Derby with no clear standout. Plus, David previews his feature on young apprentice Jack Callan, and there’s a quick look ahead to Golden Slipper Day at Rosehill.

Welcome to the IDOL HORSE NEWS DESK PODCAST, brought to you by World Pool. Some stories are bigger than racing. In this episode, Michael Cox is joined by Idol Horse chief journalist David Morgan for a 24-hour update on the Gulf Conflict and its impact on racing people and racing jurisdictions across the region—plus what to watch next for Dubai, Meydan, and the Dubai World Cup build-up. After the break, we pivot to less serious matters: the BMW Hong Kong Derby countdown after a Classic Cup upset, updated Derby power rankings, and a late contender storyline with Pocketing (David Hayes / Yulong) emerging from quarantine and trialling this week. Mentioned horses: Little Paradise, Invincible Ibis, Sagacious Life, Patch Of Cosmo, Stormy Grove. Brought to you by World Pool.  Visit idolhorse.com for David Morgan’s full reporting, Derby power rankings, and Shane Dyer’s column. (00:00) - Gulf Conflict (01:07) - 24 hours on: flights resuming and repatriations (02:18) - Meydan: racing continues amid missile and drone strikes (03:40) - Silvestre De Sousa: “It’s scary, you don’t know what to do” (05:27) - Dubai: Dubai World Cup timeline and when doubts begin (09:20) - Next 48–72 hours: what to watch for racing and safety (13:04) - Classic Cup shock: Stormy Grove and what we learned (19:18) - Derby power rankings: Invincible Ibis #1 and why (23:08) - Pocketing: late Derby entry, Thursday trial, and the wider trend

Moreira x Caspar Fownes, Trainers’ title race, Triple Crown watch, 4YO Classics, and James Cummings’ long runway. The Magic Man is back. Joao Moreira’s return to Hong Kong racing, as stable jockey for Caspar Fownes, adds star power and fresh intrigue to the final stretch of the 2025/26 season – a period that can often feel like a drag.  We run through the biggest storylines for the remaining meetings: what Moreira’s presence means for the jockeys’ narrative and the Trainers’ Championship race; Romantic Warrior’s Triple Crown campaign and the depth (or lack of it) around the elite; the evolving Four-Year-Old Classic Series as the Derby picture shifts; the rare situation of James Cummings being announced so far in advance and what that means for owners and trainers now; and which stables are feeling the heat heading into the back end of the season. 00:00 The return of Joao Moreira as stable jockey for Caspar Fownes 09:03 Triple Crown watch: Romantic Warrior vs Voyage Bubble 11:55 The Four-Year-Old Classic Series: Classic Cup, Derby rankings, tactics 21:03 James Cummings and the unusually long lead time before next season 27:07 Who is under the most pressure for the run home?

Zac Purton had seven serious options for the opening leg of Hong Kong’s Four-Year-Old Classic Series. He could only choose one. In this episode of the Idol Horse News Desk, Michael Cox is joined by chief journalist David Morgan to break down why Zac Purton committed to Sagacious Life for the Hong Kong Classic Mile, what it means for rivals like Invincible Ibis and Little Paradise, and how that single decision sends ripple effects through the entire Classic Series – and the Derby beyond. From ratings logic and jockey dominance to the knock-on effects for trainers, owners, and rival riders, this is a deep dive into the most influential call of the Hong Kong season so far. Recorded Monday, January 12. (00:00) - Chapter 1 (00:00) - Zac Purton's Decision on Sagacious Life (02:53) - Dominance of Zac Purton in Hong Kong racing (06:08) - Implications for Invincible Ibis and Little Paradise (09:01) - Hong Kong Classic Mile (11:46) - Final Thoughts on the Four-year-old Classic Series

Idol Horse editor Michael Cox and David Morgan discuss the first round of Idol Horse's 2026 Hong Kong Derby Power Rankings. Plus, South African racing and Forever Young wins Japan horse of the year.  (00:00) - (00:00) - Chapter 2 (00:00) - The Anticipation of the Hong Kong Derby (03:04) - Analyzing the Top Contenders (06:02) - Identifying Dark Horses and Underperformers (09:05) - Insights from South African Racing (12:08) - The Impact of Forever Young's Achievement (15:02) - Looking Ahead to Future Races

HKIR week is here and the racing world turns to Sha Tin for four Group 1s. Andrew Le Jeune is joined by Idol Horse chief correspondent David Morgan and journalist Jack Dawling to preview the Turf World Championships card, with two generational stars headlining the action. Romantic Warrior looks primed for an unprecedented fourth Hong Kong Cup after a sparkling return and sharp turf gallop, while Ka Ying Rising towers over the Sprint field after his Everest triumph. The team also weighs up Japan’s best chances (Soul Rush, Urban Chic, Embroidery), debates the depth of this year’s Vase and and runs through early trackwork impressions. (00:00) - The Anticipation of HKIR and Turf World Championships (02:47) - Romantic Warrior's Quest for Greatness (05:42) - Ka Ying Rising: The Sprinting Sensation (08:46) - The Japanese Challenge: A Look at Their Contenders (11:46) - The Mile and Vase: Open Races Ahead (14:42) - Track Work Insights: Preparing for Race Day (17:38) - Final Thoughts and Predictions for the Big Day

David Morgan joins Andrew Le Jeune on the Idol Horse News Desk direct from Del Mar with all the latest Breeders’ Cup news: Sovereignty’s health scare and what it means for the Breeders’ Cup Classic, top contenders, race strategies, and track conditions, and a look at the European hopes in the Turf. Plus, why four-year-olds could define this year’s championship. (00:00) - Sovereignty's Health Concerns Before Breeders' Cup (02:56) - The Stakes of the Breeders' Cup Classic (05:58) - Key Competitors and Their Preparations (08:44) - Race Strategy and Track Conditions (11:46) - The Breeders' Cup Turf and European Contenders (14:47) - The Importance of Four-Year-Olds in Racing